Cara Pedersen
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Summary
Human Resource Professional with strong background in Talent Acquisition, skilled in sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding top-tier candidates. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and adapting quickly to changing recruitment needs. Demonstrates expertise in candidate assessment, relationship building, and strategic hiring processes, consistently driving successful outcomes. Reliable and results-focused, delivering high standards in every aspect of recruitment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Parrish & Heimbecker
06.2023 - Current
- Created and ongoing management of Intern and Early Career Program and Immigration Program to help with Talent Management needs.
- Developed talent acquisition strategy that aligned with company's long-term growth plans and workforce needs.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
- Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
- Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, the HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.
- Analyzed recruiting metrics to share reports and recommendations with stakeholders.
- Reduced time-to-fill for open positions to an average of 36 days by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
Campus Recruitment Specialist
Cargill
03.2019 - 06.2023
- Provided exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, maintaining consistent communication and transparency.
- Maintained an updated database of potential candidates for future opportunities, allowing for quick access to a qualified talent pool.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics regularly to identify trends and areas for improvement in sourcing strategies or processes.
- Managed multiple requisitions simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Implemented creative marketing techniques for job postings, showcasing company culture and attracting top-quality candidates.
- Facilitated successful hiring events, leading to numerous hires from diverse industries and backgrounds.
Employee Relations Assistant
Cargill
07.2017 - 03.2019
- Trained managers and supervisors on effective conflict resolution techniques to minimize disruptions in the workplace.
- Assisted human resources department in developing policies that aligned with both organizational goals and legal requirements.
- Streamlined grievance procedures resulting in quicker resolutions and increased trust between labor and management.
- Managed multiple complex cases simultaneously while maintaining a high level of professionalism under tight deadlines.
- Conducted thorough investigations of workplace complaints, ensuring fair treatment for all parties involved.
- Strengthened labor-management relationships by effectively addressing grievances and resolving disputes.
- Provided guidance on interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements to prevent misunderstandings or violations.
Education
Diploma - Human Resource Management
Fanshawe College
London, ON08-2015
Bachelor of Arts - History
Brock University
St. Catharines, ON04-2014
Skills
- Applicant Tracking Systems (Taleo, Ultipro, SuccessFactors, JazzHR)
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Business Forecasting
- Onboarding Processes
- Candidate Sourcing
- Salary & Benefits Negotiations
- Job Posting Optimization
- Immigration Case Management
Certification
HRPA
Certified Human Resource Leader Pending
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Parrish & Heimbecker
06.2023 - Current
Campus Recruitment Specialist
Cargill
03.2019 - 06.2023
Employee Relations Assistant
Cargill
07.2017 - 03.2019
Diploma - Human Resource Management
Fanshawe College
Bachelor of Arts - History
Brock University
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